Transport
Xi'an East Station opens with the Xi'an–Shiyan high-speed line
On 30 June 2026, Xi'an East Station went into service as the Xi'an–Shiyan high-speed line opened — a new gateway to the south and a major new hub for the city.
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What changed in Xi'an.
The practical things that changed for travellers — visa rules, new stations, new museums — recorded by their real date, so you can see how Xi'an has opened up and grown.
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